The Lonely Strand

I walk along the lonely strand My feet drag slowly in the sand, The beach and I, may thoughts my own, My head is full, my mind is stone. I hear the waves break on the shore, But I am downcast, tired and sore, The blackest thoughts are now with me, Ah! A bright and shining light I see. Jesus appears and softly says, 'Behold, I am with you always.' The lonely strand became a haven When I heard that voice from Heaven. My step is strong, my heart is light, My mind is clear, my eye is bright, My head lifts up in joy and praise, As I step ...